A music video with a kids song and funny photos. Hank
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYcw3n_PdGY&feature=youtube_gdata
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Monday, April 19, 2010
Need a Study Break?
As we all know, the end of the semester often signifies long hours spent in the classroom, in the library, or in professors' office hours. With summer only a few weeks away, these final preparations can be especially challenging. To keep things in perspective, a change of scenery never hurts. Here are five of my favorite spots on campus to go "just to get away".
1. Chazen Museum of Art
-Spend ten minutes or 2 hours- easily!
2. Allen Centennial Gardens
-Located just off of Observatory Drive, the gardens provide 2.5 acres of natural beauty.
3. The 19th Floor of Van Hise
-The top floor of the 241 ft. tall Van Hise allows observers to see for miles.
4. Howard Temin Lakeshore Path
-Perfect for running, walking, biking, and just relaxing.
5. Bascom Hill
-Few things capture spring at the UW better than strolling barefoot on Bascom Hill.
Enjoy!
-Emily
1. Chazen Museum of Art
-Spend ten minutes or 2 hours- easily!
2. Allen Centennial Gardens
-Located just off of Observatory Drive, the gardens provide 2.5 acres of natural beauty.
3. The 19th Floor of Van Hise
-The top floor of the 241 ft. tall Van Hise allows observers to see for miles.
4. Howard Temin Lakeshore Path
-Perfect for running, walking, biking, and just relaxing.
5. Bascom Hill
-Few things capture spring at the UW better than strolling barefoot on Bascom Hill.
Enjoy!
-Emily
Monday, April 12, 2010
Spring!?!?!
This is always such a difficult time for me. I have really terrible seasonal allergies, so despite the beautiful weather, I have always held a certain resentment towards this time of year. And as glad as I am that it is nearing the end of the semester, this part is always the hardest, precisely because it is getting so near the end. It's just such a conlict-laden time of year.
In light of this, the only thing I have to say is that, hopefully, its worth the struggle every time. Soon enough you will be able to breath again and you won't have to go to class anymore. But on the other hand, look at how much you've learned this semester, even in this last few difficult weeks. Remember that you are here for something and it's in your best interest to get something out of your time here. So take advantage of the money you've spent and the time you've put in and suck it up. This terrible season is almost over!
-M
In light of this, the only thing I have to say is that, hopefully, its worth the struggle every time. Soon enough you will be able to breath again and you won't have to go to class anymore. But on the other hand, look at how much you've learned this semester, even in this last few difficult weeks. Remember that you are here for something and it's in your best interest to get something out of your time here. So take advantage of the money you've spent and the time you've put in and suck it up. This terrible season is almost over!
-M
My Favorite Foreign Films
Today (which should have been last week) I'm going to blog about my favorite foreign films, limiting them to one per country.
The United Kingdom: Hot Fuzz
This is a British action comedy that parodies or spoofs many cop movies from the ages (inculding Bad Boys I & II, Point Break, etc.). The film's creators, Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg, and Nick Frost also made another great movie, Shaun of the Dead, which spoofs zombie movies. While filled with a distincly British sense of humor, the movie also targets movie nerds everywhere, of whom I count myself amongst.
France: Amelie (Le Fabuleux Destin d'Amélie Poulain )
This Romantic Comedy starring the extremly gorgeous Audrey Tautou is one of the few Romantic Comedies that I enjoyed. About a young girl who lives alone but stumbles upon love during one of her quirky missions, the movie's characters are all so quirky and strange that the movie is down right hilarious. Albeit a little fantastical and a little TOO loved by the Indie scene, it's still one of the cutest movies I've ever seen.
Japan: Departures (おくりびと, Okuribito)
This Japanese movie tells the story of a cellist in a Tokyo orchestra who loses his job and moves to a smaller Japanese city. Here he gets a job working at a morgue (which is a taboo in traditional Japanese society). The movie mixes serious story telling with humor very well, and the soundtrack is one of the best in a movie that I've heard in a long time--but then again I am a sucker for the cello.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joepLZtiFyM&feature=related
China: Hero (英雄, Yīngxióng)
This martial arts movie (the genre is known more specifically as wuxia) not only has some awesome fight scenes with great choreography, but also has amazing cinematography. The set is extremely colorful, and the colors change based on who is telling the narrative (the movie is split between different people telling different versions of the same story). The movie may have some subtle political undertones that I disagree with, but it's still a fun movie.
South Korea: Tae Guk Gi: The Brotherhood of War (태극기 휘날리며)
A movie about the Korean War will automatically catch my attention. Known as the "Forgotten War", there are radically few movies about it in the US. Because of my interest in the war and the modern histories of the US, Korea, and China, I sought out this movie and watched it. It's basically South Korea's "Saving Private Ryan"...only even bloodier. It's gory--really gory, but it is not biased as one may expect. The movie shows the horrors done by both sides during the war. Not for the faint of heart and a little cliche but definitely good for those who like novel war films.
-Michael
The United Kingdom: Hot Fuzz
This is a British action comedy that parodies or spoofs many cop movies from the ages (inculding Bad Boys I & II, Point Break, etc.). The film's creators, Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg, and Nick Frost also made another great movie, Shaun of the Dead, which spoofs zombie movies. While filled with a distincly British sense of humor, the movie also targets movie nerds everywhere, of whom I count myself amongst.
France: Amelie (Le Fabuleux Destin d'Amélie Poulain )
This Romantic Comedy starring the extremly gorgeous Audrey Tautou is one of the few Romantic Comedies that I enjoyed. About a young girl who lives alone but stumbles upon love during one of her quirky missions, the movie's characters are all so quirky and strange that the movie is down right hilarious. Albeit a little fantastical and a little TOO loved by the Indie scene, it's still one of the cutest movies I've ever seen.
Japan: Departures (おくりびと, Okuribito)
This Japanese movie tells the story of a cellist in a Tokyo orchestra who loses his job and moves to a smaller Japanese city. Here he gets a job working at a morgue (which is a taboo in traditional Japanese society). The movie mixes serious story telling with humor very well, and the soundtrack is one of the best in a movie that I've heard in a long time--but then again I am a sucker for the cello.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joepLZtiFyM&feature=related
China: Hero (英雄, Yīngxióng)
This martial arts movie (the genre is known more specifically as wuxia) not only has some awesome fight scenes with great choreography, but also has amazing cinematography. The set is extremely colorful, and the colors change based on who is telling the narrative (the movie is split between different people telling different versions of the same story). The movie may have some subtle political undertones that I disagree with, but it's still a fun movie.
South Korea: Tae Guk Gi: The Brotherhood of War (태극기 휘날리며)
A movie about the Korean War will automatically catch my attention. Known as the "Forgotten War", there are radically few movies about it in the US. Because of my interest in the war and the modern histories of the US, Korea, and China, I sought out this movie and watched it. It's basically South Korea's "Saving Private Ryan"...only even bloodier. It's gory--really gory, but it is not biased as one may expect. The movie shows the horrors done by both sides during the war. Not for the faint of heart and a little cliche but definitely good for those who like novel war films.
-Michael
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Some Jokes.
"Waiter!"
"Yes, sir."
"What's this?"
"It's bean soup, sir."
"No matter what it's been. What is it now?"
---
"Do you love me, dear?"
"Dearly, sweetheart."
"Would you die for me?"
"No, my pet. Mine is an undying love."
---
"My wife kisses me evenings when I get home."
"Affection?"
"No; investigation."
---
"Did any of your family ever make a brilliant marriage?"
"Only my wife."
---
"How is your little brother, Johnny?"
"Sick abed. He hurt himself."
"That's too bad. How did he do it?"
"We were playing who could lean furthest out of the window, and he won."
---
A pretty little girl of seven entered a store in a small town and said:
"I want some cloth to make my dolly a dress."
The merchant selected a remnant and handed the child the package.
"How much is it?" she asked.
"Just one kiss," was the reply.
"All right," said the child, as she turned to go.
"Grandma said to tell you she would pay you when she came in tomorrow."
---
Judge--"It seems to me that I have seen you before."
Prisoner--"You have, your Honor; I gave your daughter singing lessons."
Judge--"Thirty years."
---
From 10,000 Jokes, Toasts and Stories
"Yes, sir."
"What's this?"
"It's bean soup, sir."
"No matter what it's been. What is it now?"
---
"Do you love me, dear?"
"Dearly, sweetheart."
"Would you die for me?"
"No, my pet. Mine is an undying love."
---
"My wife kisses me evenings when I get home."
"Affection?"
"No; investigation."
---
"Did any of your family ever make a brilliant marriage?"
"Only my wife."
---
"How is your little brother, Johnny?"
"Sick abed. He hurt himself."
"That's too bad. How did he do it?"
"We were playing who could lean furthest out of the window, and he won."
---
A pretty little girl of seven entered a store in a small town and said:
"I want some cloth to make my dolly a dress."
The merchant selected a remnant and handed the child the package.
"How much is it?" she asked.
"Just one kiss," was the reply.
"All right," said the child, as she turned to go.
"Grandma said to tell you she would pay you when she came in tomorrow."
---
Judge--"It seems to me that I have seen you before."
Prisoner--"You have, your Honor; I gave your daughter singing lessons."
Judge--"Thirty years."
---
From 10,000 Jokes, Toasts and Stories
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Make a Study and Learning Skills appointment before FINALS!
Welcome back from Spring Break. It is hard to believe it...but...Finals are just around the corner, so NOW is a great time to brush up on your study skills. Make a study and learning skills appointment to create a study schedule for your final exams before it is too late. We are available for appointments Monday-Thursday afternoons as well as Tuesday and Thursday mornings. You can call the McBurney front desk at 608-263-2741 to make your appointment. Or feel free to email us with any questions (guts-slss@rso.wisc.edu). We will look forward to meeting with you!
Abby and Emily
Study and Learning Skills Specialist
Abby and Emily
Study and Learning Skills Specialist
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Life Lesson #243
You know what's really funny? Laughter is a natural medicine that can reduce stress, fight infection, and reduce pain. It can also help you stay healthy in multiple other ways and make life more enjoyable. So why have I labeled this post "Life Lesson #243"? Well I'll tell you. We live in a culture that values hard work, idealizes stress, and emphasizes negativity. Advice that should come before all else, is brushed off and devalued. I'm going to change that right now: Laugh, joke around, don't take everything so seriously.
I know life can be tough at times. I also know that "stress" is nearly synonymous with "college". But guess what, before you know it, the books, exams, papers, and drama will come to an end. Stop worrying about the little things. When you're feeling down, take a step back and look at the bigger picture. Watch a funny video clip, listen to some stand up comedy, or simply do something you love to do! Laughter releases anger, stress, guilt, and anxiety...it boosts the immune system and stimulates endorphins that cause positive brain chemistry.
For the rest of this semester, keep working hard, but let go of the little things that bring you down. Smile at strangers, don't be afraid to laugh. And most of all, celebrate the joy in life!
All good things,
Kasandra Brown
Study Skills Coordinator
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Drop-In Update
Hey Students,
I hope everyone had an awesome Spring Break and you were able to forget that there even was a school to come back to. But now that were back don't let things pile up, come get help at your closest Drop-In center. All the tutors are back and rested and ready to help. So feel free to stop by the SAC or College Library and get help in all the most common subjects.
your friendly neighborhood Drop-In coordinator,
Lee
I hope everyone had an awesome Spring Break and you were able to forget that there even was a school to come back to. But now that were back don't let things pile up, come get help at your closest Drop-In center. All the tutors are back and rested and ready to help. So feel free to stop by the SAC or College Library and get help in all the most common subjects.
your friendly neighborhood Drop-In coordinator,
Lee
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